Team Member Payroll Services

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - Canberra, ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 04, $78,467.00 - $92,243.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 10663

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact to the people of Australia.

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Access to ongoing training and development to support ambitions
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We aim to recognise the value of attracting and retaining employees with different backgrounds, experience, knowledge and abilities. The AFP is committed to developing a workforce that reflects all elements of the communities we serve, and we maintain a number of diversity and support networks:
AFP Ability Advisory (AAA) Network
Confidant Network
Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officer (GLLO) Network
Mallunggang Indigenous Officer Network (MION)
National Women's Advisory Network (NWAN)

The AFP’s First Nations Unit is staffed by First Nations employees who utilise their unique knowledge and life experience to inform both culturally competent decision making at the AFP.

What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Member Payroll Services.

AFP Payroll Services deliver fortnightly pays to approximately 7,500 appointees using SAP. We have a complex and fast-paced operating environment, which means that there is never a dull day and always something new to learn.

Our work is the administration of conditions of service and entitlements for AFP appointees including processing of pay, leave and superannuation. This role supports the delivery of payroll services to AFP appointees by processing payroll transactions, providing advice on pay related matters and monitoring areas of risk.

Working in Payroll Services is an important contribution to the frontline endeavours of the AFP. As such you will learn more about the exciting work that the AFP does to deliver on our mission to protect Australians and Australia's interests.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

Please note that this role is based in Barton, Canberra, ACT.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

**Payroll Service Officers are responsible for**:
Day to day payroll processing in accordance with strict deadlines.
Calculating entitlements for staff, including commencements and cessations.
Interpreting and providing advice to staff on salaries and related entitlements, leave and general conditions of service in line with the Enterprise Agreement and related legislation, policies and procedures.
Undertaking general administrative duties associated with the provision of payroll and financial services to the agency.
Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Participating as a constructive team member to deliver ongoing improvements, quality of service and professional practises and standard.
Contributing to and implement improved operational practises, procedures and guidelines.
Mentoring staff.
Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen.
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to Payroll, Finance or Human Resources.